Harrier Trail Running: Our Story

Spend the day at Harrier HQ! Join us to see how a busy trail running e-commerce business runs behind the scenes and how the Harrier brand began from scratch.
Kate and Matt talk about the realities of raising a family and building a fast-paced business. You'll get an exclusive look at some of Harrier's first ever products for trail runners and hear about some of founder Kate's favourite places to run in the Peak District.
Produced by Loyd & Liga Purvis of Run4Adventure.
Check out the full Harrier range for your next trail adventure: harrierrunfree.co.uk/

[@SeeChadRun]

Great film and Story. Lloyd did a good job on this one. Fun to see Harrier's growth over the last couple of years.

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thanks so much for your support 😊

[@thomaswoolliscroft2528]

So glad you made this film.. really great to watch! Long live Harrier Run Free “We want socks, we want socks, we want socks” 😊

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thanks so much Thomas! Socks are coming soon 👀😁

[@lisaelliott1085]

Emosh! I have lots of harrier kit, including the vests (BRILL VESTS), waist bag, soft bottles and my first set of poles that I just wouldn't be without. The gear is up there with the brand leaders, its the best of equipment and yet they dont cost as much for great quality, plus the customer services is first class, they are always responsive and care about the people who spend money with them, not taking anyone for granted. Great to support a British company and the back story just makes me grin with pride, well done to all the Harrier Team, those we see and those we dont!

[@harrier_trail_running]

Hi Lisa, thank you so much for your kind words they really are appreciated. We do work hard to try and make everyone feel welcome so that they also feel part of the brand so this means a lot to us. All the best,Kate

[@jamieglazebrook7602]

Lovely film. Keep doing what you do. Strength to you all.

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thank you, Jamie! 💪💪💪

[@rolls1392]

Big fan of Harrier kit. I've using it since the early days. Top stuff! Congrats to Kate and her team for incredible customer service and support. Great film also, made by Loy d and Liga. Thanks guys.

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thank you for your support, we appreciate it so much 😁

[@dennycalder4948]

What a great film, really nice to have seen the progress of the company from bedroom to where it is today. Especially tough starting off at the time of Lock down. Have always championed Harrier and always recommend them to people, great to support a small uk independent company.

[@harrier_trail_running]

Glad you enjoyed it, Denny, and thanks so much for your continued support 😊

[@TwoCombs]

Love the brand and using many of the Harrier products. Fantastic story and look to watching Harrier go from strength to strength 💪

[@harrier_trail_running]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much for your support 😁

[@johnmiller5630]

Great uplifting film. I’ve had my Curbar for a couple of years and use it for every long run and can honestly say it’s superb …. still looks like new. Even bought my daughter one for her birthday last year. Several people from my running club also use Harrier so the word is certainly spreading. Wishing you many years of success. Edit - forgot to say I also have a dry bag, a bivvy, collapsible cup and soft flasks. All excellent.

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thanks so much John! It's fantastic to see more and more runners wearing Harrier 🦅

[@MrRonmorg]

Fantastic family run company who have fabulous quality products at very good prices, great service ethos and indeed you become very invested in wanting to support these lovely people! I truly hope they go from strength to strength

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thank you so much! Onwards and upwards 😁

[@MrRonmorg]

You are all so personable and amenable, always very helpful with any questions and advice and your products are absolutely fabulous and very well priced compared to the big company comparison, we wish you every success I still have my eyes on the Red Exmoor jacket and some Helvellyn carbon poles so hope to be making another purchase before too long

[@PhilMUK]

Love this. Great story and great brand. Looking forward to testing out my vest when it arrives soon!

[@colbvz3]

Great to see a small UK company doing so well! My wife and I both looking forwards to using our Harrier Helvellyn pro carbon poles on the Beast of the Beacons next April 😊

[@harrier_trail_running]

That is fab thanks Col, pls send us any good his and her pics!

[@philbattley8776]

I was happily surprised to see another Kinder vest out alongside mine in Palmerston North in New Zealand recently. 😁👍

[@harrier_trail_running]

Oh wow! Great to see more people around the world hearing about Harrier 😁

[@ryanrisbridger2063]

Proud to wear Harrier here in Switzerland. It’s great to support a good company and benefit from the quality and well thought out products at the same time!

[@harrier_trail_running]

That's fantastic, thanks so much for your support Ryan 😊

[@DavidMcGuire-hz4tz]

Brilliant film… so lovely to capture the family ethos. Well done to you and Matt for providing such a lovely brand ❤

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thank you so much David ☺️ Kate

[@sheps9402]

Love to see what you've achieved and the story behind the brand. Pretty much all my trail running stuff is Harrier. Such quality and such great customer service. Keep up the good work. x (Great work Loyd and Liga on the production, awesome as always.)

[@harrier_trail_running]

Ahh that's great to hear! Thank you so much for supporting us 😊

[@RebeccaMiles-cb2yw]

Hats off to you both - carrying your ethos through from your heart to your Harrier Community. Bravo x

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thank you so much!

[@themynd]

Brilliant how you've grown. At 76, I unfortunately can't really trail run any more but many products obviously cross over into multi-day hiking which I can still do!

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thank you very much David. Long distance hikes sound like a fabulous couple of days to me 💚 all the best, Kate

[@andrewhart3590]

What a wonderfully uplifting video! Great to see where you guys started and where you are now 👏 I've heard nothing but good things about your products and I like to support small businesses, so expect an order from me shortly!

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thank you so much, Andrew 😊

[@whopper9037]

What an amazing story, so great to see a smaller brand getting a huge following. I can't wait to get some gear before my 200k in September.

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thank you so much! All the best for your 200k! 💪

[@rev1117]

I loved the video! You have one of the best running vests ever by the way... and I also purchased the jacket which is great when running in Idaho where the weather is somewhat crazy!! They are both so great!! Thank you so much and all the best!

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thank you very much, excited for our gear to be reaching international markets! All the best, Kate 💚

[@reluctantfellrunner]

First time coming across you. Well done. The country needs a lot more entrepreneurs and people to take risks. Best wishes.

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thank you so much that is much appreciated. There definately have been risks and some times have been stressful but we are where we are and we're one of the few percent who make it from start up to growth phase. Thank you for watching the film :) Kate

[@amykinder8416]

I'm a very new and novice runner but like running with a vest ... I love my curbar, its so comfy and the pockets are so handy. Really well made!

[@amykinder8416]

And just put in an order for the baslow waist bag. It nice to know the business I'm supporting

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thanks so much Amy for your support! Hope you're loving the Baslow too 😊

[@krisanharia1273]

Brilliant! Keep it up. Awesome viewing

[@toadstoolze]

Thanks for sharing this... I have the kinder 10l it has been a good piece of kit for me and probably the best bang for buck running gear I own. ✌️

[@harrier_trail_running]

That's fantastic to hear, thank you 😊

[@steveclayton7850]

Fantastic video, I just bought my first set of running poles from you and looking forward to give them a bash. Keep going, I've always been an Inov8 person and your kit is definitely on a par.

[@harrier_trail_running]

Awesome, thank you Steve!

[@derek_spear]

Loved this, keep up the good and my Kinder 10L is my go to vest, it's awesome 😊

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thank you Derek and for all of your encouragement and support of the brand, much appreciated. Kate

[@clivegee8352]

Love Harrier! What a great company and video. Thrilled to see how well it’s going for you all.

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thanks so much, Clive! 😊

[@chuckburr517]

Two suggestions: 1) White products for summer heat. Black is too hot in the summer for vests, packs... 2) Single zip rain coat with pit zips, required to vent heat and moisture, important. Cheers, Chuck Burr, Joshua Tree, California.

[@harrier_trail_running]

Great ideas, Chuck! Keep your eyes peeled because we do have some plans for more waterproof jackets 👀 in the future!. Great idea about lighter colours too 👍

[@thomaswoolliscroft2528]

Looking forward to it 😊

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thank you Thomas 😊

[@HikyakuExplorer]

Big love from a Dutchman in Japan! Loving the products, but also definitely looking forward to how the products will continue to evolve and improve.

[@harrier_trail_running]

Awesome! Thank you so much for your support 😊

[@neilross8512]

Big Harrier fan here. It all started with buying an ultra bundle which is great quality, especially the Kinder 10L. I have recently bought the Exmoor jacket which has kept me dry in heavy rain and more dry bags. Keep up the good work!

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thanks so much Neil 😊

[@AlexanderVachev]

Great brand, great merch and great attitude towards the customers! I already own the flasks, the Exmoor jacket and am thinking about buying the new poles, but am still deciding on that part as I already own a pair of different poles, but your products and the overall experience are just that good. Love you guys and keep up the great work! We appreciate it and appreciate you. :)

[@harrier_trail_running]

Hi Alex, thank you so much for all of your support that is lovely of you to say! We will be here if you need poles in future, always happy to help. Kate :)

[@matthewclarke7576]

Great video, so interesting to understand your journey 😀 I wouldn't be without my harrier vest and waterproofs!

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thank you so much Matthew 💓

[@sapper24529]

Bought my first couple of flasks from you at a Dark and White event and have been buying your wonderful products since then, cracking value for money, x

[@harrier_trail_running]

One of the first events we ever went to - seems like a long time ago now stood there at the table with some stock :D ha ha! Amazing you have been there to see our progression, thank you so much for the support. Kate

[@sharonbird806]

Ahh should be interesting. Also looking forward to it.

[@harrier_trail_running]

Thanks so much, Sharon 😊

[@emilytaylor6968]

Popcorn at the ready!

[@bluto2143]

Can't find hats on your website. Would like one for the Oregon 200 mile run.

[@harrier_trail_running]

Hey we stopped the caps last year. Think we will try another design and bring back to market perhaps 2024 :)

[@shaneh133]

My kinder and Jacket will be here in a few days. Shipping all the way to Wisconsin, US has been surprisingly fast. I cannot wait to represent the brand. I hope I do it justice with my first 50k later this year. 🪶🤙🏽

[@harrier_trail_running]

Absolutely fantastic! Which 50k will you be doing? I'm originally from the midwest (Mary here 👋). Mom lives in northern Minnesota now 😁

[@shaneh133]

@@harrier_trail_running that’s awesome! I’m doing The Hennepin Hundred in northern Illinois. The 50k is the night race (which I may or may not have known before I signed up. 🙄)